J. A. DOBBINS MIDDLE SCHOOL

J. A. Dobbins Middle School is a public middle school that is part of the Paulding County school district, located in Powder Springs, GA with about 673 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 43 teachers, J. A. Dobbins Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

J. A. Dobbins Middle School, located in Powder Springs, Georgia, serves as a key educational institution within the Cobb County School District. The school is committed to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with social-emotional growth, catering to the unique developmental needs of students in grades 6 through 8. By emphasizing a comprehensive curriculum, the school aims to prepare its diverse student body for the challenges of high school while encouraging personal responsibility and intellectual curiosity.

Beyond the classroom, J. A. Dobbins Middle School actively promotes a well-rounded educational experience through a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, arts programs, and academic clubs. The school culture is supported by a dedicated faculty and staff who work in partnership with parents and the local community to maintain a supportive, safe, and engaging atmosphere. As a fixture in the Powder Springs area, the school strives to instill values of citizenship and excellence in all its learners, helping them develop the skills necessary for long-term success.

For more information, contact J. A. Dobbins Middle School at (770) 443-4835 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

637 Williams Lake Rd
Powder Springs, GA 30127
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J. A. DOBBINS MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in Powder Springs, GA with about 673 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Georgia

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Paulding County
Total Students:
673
Teachers:
43
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 673 students

White
47.3%
Black or African American
32.7%
Hispanic/Latino
12.8%
Two or more races
6.4%
Asian
0.7%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%

Female
49.8%
Male
50.2%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.